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This Week in DC: March 28-April 3

Somehow it’s the end of March?! Spring is here and spirits are high, so take full advantage of all this week has to offer including March Madness parties, tacos, and wine tastings.

Monday

Hawthorne and Bud Light are hosting a Bracket Battle from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. tonight in honor of March Madness. The event with feature bartenders from bars across D.C. competing to see who can mix the best beer cocktail. Partygoers decide who wins. All you have to do is drink and vote. Sounds easy enough. 1336 U St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

Espita Mezcaleria, the newly opened Southern Mexican-inspired restaurant, will kick off their new monthly “Taco Takeover” series. On the last Monday of each month, guests can sample tacos from guest chefs hailing from D.C. and New York City. Kwame Onwuachi of the upcoming restaurant, The Shaw Bijou, will offer a posole braised smoked ham hock with avocado and black lime crema, chicharrón, and havas crumble taco. Tacos will be priced starting at $12 for two to three. The event will take place from 5 p.m. until 1 a.m. 1250 9th St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

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Stop by Barcelona for half-priced wine bottles all night long. Order a couple of yummy tapas and sit out on the gorgeous patio. Add in some great friends and warm weather and you have yourself the perfect night. 1622 14th St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

Tuesday

Rough day at work? Take a quick lunch break and stop by Logan 14for their phenomenal express services! Relax with a thirty-minute massage, facial, or blowout for just $30. 1314 B 14th St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

Head to Wardman Wines for an Introduction to Wine Tasting class. You will explore your palate and what wines you are most likely to enjoy. You will sample six wines all ranging from white to red, mild to bold. Class begins at 7 p.m. and costs$20 which includes $10 in store credit. 625 Monroe St. N.E., Washington, D.C.

Tap into your creative side and choose a picture to paint with PaintNite. With hundreds of options to choose from, you can find just about any type of painting you want to recreate. Go with a friend, get happy hour beforehand, and paint a beautiful picture for your abode. Tickets are $45.

Wednesday

Take a class bySculpt DC instructor, Ashley, at Lululemon in Georgetown. A $10 donation will get you an automatic entry to win a LuluLemon yoga mat, a towel, and a JRINK 3-pack. Class is from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Ashley’s yoga class will benefit Love Your Brain. 3265 M St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

Join Creative Cakesas they demonstrate and teach all the tasty techniques of cupcake decorating. Head to The Urban Winery in Silver Spring for a class complete with a hands-on demonstration, two cupcakes, and a glass of wine. Tickets are $27. 949 Bonifant St., Silver Spring, MD.

Enjoy Mosaic Theater’s performance of After The War. The show tells the story of Joel, a world-famous concert pianist and Israeli expatriate who returns to Tel Aviv following an 18-year absence to perform with the Israeli Philharmonic. The play explores whether true healing can ever be achieved, be it through the performance of art, or the hopeful expressions of a fiercely committed activist. The show begins at 8 p.m. and tickets are $15-$40. 1333 H St. N.E., Washington, D.C.

Thursday

Is there a better pairing than cheese and wine? Join The Vineyard for a Wine & Cheese Extravaganza. You’ll have the chance to taste a variety of domestic and imported gourmet cheeses. They will be pairing wine with mac & cheese, grilled cheese, and cheese cubes. Tickets are $10. 1445 Laughlin Ave., McLean, VA.

If you like whiskey, then we have the perfect event just for you. Head to Boss Shepherd’sfor a personalized whiskey experience. Get four one-ounce pours of whiskey and learn about what you’re tasting for just $29. Go between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a more personalized experience. 513 13th St. N.W., Washington, D.C.

Saturday

Head to La Tasca and experience the best of Spain. La Tasca offers an amazing paella and sangria making dinner event tonight. You’ll not only learn how to make sangria and paella—through sangria making stations and a chef-led paella class—but you’ll also enjoy unlimited paella, sangria, and a tapas buffet. You’ll be greeted upon arrival with welcome sangria and appetizers and will be sent home with gifts from La Tasca. Class is from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. and costs $105. Find more information here. 141 Gibbs St. Rockville, MD.

Join the Blind Whino from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. for Art, Beats, and Craft Beers. Get interactive at the body paint booth or wear home one of the many pieces of body and wall art available from featured retailers–all while you peruse carefully curated art and jewelry displays. Event admission includes full size craft beer pints from local and national brew masters. Tickets cost $26-$36. 700 Delaware Ave. S.W., Washington, D.C.

After brunch, spend the day at the National Arboretum. Bring your bikes and explore the grounds and gorgeous sights. Or, pack a picnic and snack in the shade. 3501 New York Ave. N.E., Washington, D.C.

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